"Thank you. That’s very kind of you." The understanding might not be entirely necessary, given how the masks have been foisted upon them, but it doesn’t matter to Chloe any less. Maybe the fact an apology isn’t strictly needed explains the woman’s apparent surprise. Or maybe there’s more to it than that. Either way, Chloe decides to just stick with being grateful, for now.
Her posture eases a little while not becoming too relaxed. The woman’s demeanour inspires respect and so it wouldn’t do to be too casual. Chloe’s locking in on herself is completely to do with her and her own perceptions of how she should be; her new companion doesn’t frighten or trouble her. Even though she seems to regard looking upon her as a reason for those feelings, as far as Chloe’s concerned there’s nothing the woman has done that should make her feel those things at all. And she is one of the last to be judging anyone on what they may be rather than who.
"I hope I haven’t offended you?" It’s practically an automatic response. Another apology. It’s a common trait with her that only seems to have been brought more to the fore with the hideous mask smothered over her face. So much is lost in not being able to see another’s features.
"I think... That it can be hard for people to see outside of themselves. As a collective. When I say close-minded what I mean is more that it can be hard for it not to be if your experiences have been quite closed." There’s a small shake of her head, aware she’s rambling and probably not making much sense. People are generally used to people. It isn’t their fault to be threatened by the other, not really.
"Oh, I have, actually. Not that you could probably tell by my sparkling conversation." Her tone is brighter, aware of her own awkwardness and content to make light of it. She should be much better in these sorts of situations. Even if this particular situation is hardly usual. And it’s been some time since she was out being the belle of the ball. Though those ingrained social skills should be far more present than they seem to be.
Speaking of, she hasn’t gotten around to introductions. "I’m Chloe, by the way. I’m happy to keep you company, if you’d like?"
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Her posture eases a little while not becoming too relaxed. The woman’s demeanour inspires respect and so it wouldn’t do to be too casual. Chloe’s locking in on herself is completely to do with her and her own perceptions of how she should be; her new companion doesn’t frighten or trouble her. Even though she seems to regard looking upon her as a reason for those feelings, as far as Chloe’s concerned there’s nothing the woman has done that should make her feel those things at all. And she is one of the last to be judging anyone on what they may be rather than who.
"I hope I haven’t offended you?" It’s practically an automatic response. Another apology. It’s a common trait with her that only seems to have been brought more to the fore with the hideous mask smothered over her face. So much is lost in not being able to see another’s features.
"I think... That it can be hard for people to see outside of themselves. As a collective. When I say close-minded what I mean is more that it can be hard for it not to be if your experiences have been quite closed." There’s a small shake of her head, aware she’s rambling and probably not making much sense. People are generally used to people. It isn’t their fault to be threatened by the other, not really.
"Oh, I have, actually. Not that you could probably tell by my sparkling conversation." Her tone is brighter, aware of her own awkwardness and content to make light of it. She should be much better in these sorts of situations. Even if this particular situation is hardly usual. And it’s been some time since she was out being the belle of the ball. Though those ingrained social skills should be far more present than they seem to be.
Speaking of, she hasn’t gotten around to introductions. "I’m Chloe, by the way. I’m happy to keep you company, if you’d like?"